All in Postpartum
Breastfeeding struggles are far more common than most people realize, and talking about them is one of the best ways to ensure families get the support they deserve. Here are some of the rarely-discussed realities of breastfeeding, along with ways to navigate them while keeping the heart of the feeding relationship intact.
Establishing clear guidelines for home visits after childbirth can help protect your tranquility while allowing loved ones to partake in your joy—just on your terms. Here are some thoughtful steps to assist you in setting boundaries that respect your need for rest and recovery during the sacred first 40 days after childbirth.
Thinking back to my healing experience with diastatsis recti, a very sore psoas muscle and weak core muscles, I now understand the amount of compassion one needs to not only look at their postpartum bodies with appreciation, but to be curious about what this new body needs. I delved into this issue even deeper during a recent conversation with Dominique Quarles on the podcast.
The quality of postpartum life is critical to the well-being of new mothers and babies. Most new mothers will struggle with their new bodies and feel the pressure of “snap back” culture. But we have to be gentle with our bodies. Flooding the postpartum narrative with more conversations about our real rehabilitative needs after delivery is a wonderful start.
